Lifestyle and Travel Photography
A course by Julia Nimke, Lifestyle and Travel Photographer
Capture storytelling images of different spaces and learn how to edit them and create your own portfolio
The beauty of photography is capturing a unique moment in time that will never be the same again. The art of photography, however, is being able to capture that moment in a way that is visually striking. Renowned photographer Julia Nimke is here to teach you how to take stunning images of both urban and natural landscapes that tell a story.
Learn how to take a series of images using different lighting techniques and how to play with composition in a way that defines perspective. Discover the difference between lenses and when to use each. Get insight on good post-production processes and learn how to showcase your work to the world.
What will you learn in this online course?
18 lessons & 21 downloads
What's included in this course?
Begin by getting to know Julia. She shares her background in photography, as well as her time at the Adobe Creative Residency. She also shares her influences that have shaped her style.
Learn Julia’s approach to creating a solid pre-production plan and finding inspiration for your shoot. Discover how storytelling can translate into photography through the use of detail, overview, and transition shots. She also shares her insights on scouting locations and creating a mood board.
Julia explores the streets of Madrid as she teaches how to shoot in a variety of lighting, but it can be applied to your own city. She explains how to work with side light, backlight, and front light. She covers composition and perspective, and how it can be used to create a narrative. Understand when it is best to use certain lenses like a wide angle, a 50mm, or a telephoto.
Next, dive into post-production. Learn all of Julia’s tips and tricks when editing images in Adobe Lightroom. First, select and tag your best images to help organize your workflow. Then, focus on how to edit your images, create presets, and correctly export files.
Take your photography a step further by learning how to share your work and find clients. Learn how to create an appealing portfolio and showcase your work online. Lastly, discover the delicate art of reaching out to clients and how to use social media to expand your audience.
- 98% positive reviews (351)
- 14,779 students
- 18 lessons (2h 46m)
- 21 additional resources (8 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, Spanish, Spanish (Latam), French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe Lightroom ClassicWhat is this course's project?
Create a photo series of an outdoor space that tells a story of exploration, and include it in your portfolio
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is for anyone interested in photography, including experienced photographers who want to improve their skills or reach more clients.
Requirements and materials
For this course, you will need a camera, preferably DSLR, basic photography skills and access to image editing software like Lightroom Classic.
Reviews
Julia Nimke
A course by Julia Nimke
Julia Nimke’s passion for photography began at age eleven when she started photgraphing everything around her. She learned how to develop film and went on to become a photojournalist. She also completed a coveted Adobe Creative Residency.
Julia has done commissioned work for clients such as Adobe, Fujifilm, Lufthansa, Air Canada, Mercedes-Benz, Suzuki, Dell, and Sony. Her work has been featured in magazines like Geo Special, Condé Nast Traveller, Emotion, Geo Saison, and Time Out New York. She has also done a wide range of commercial photography for a variety of marketing campaigns.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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What Will We Do in This Course?
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U2
Preparation
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Materials
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Storytelling and Getting Inspiration
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Location Scouting
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Creating a Mood Board
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Planning Your Visit
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U3
Field Day in the City of Madrid
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Studying Light
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Compositions and Perspective
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Lenses and Tips and Tricks
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U4
Post-Production
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Selecting and Tagging Images
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Data Management
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Editing and Delivering Images 1
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Editing and Delivering Images 2
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U5
Sharing Your Work and Finding Clients
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How to Create an Appealing Portfolio
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Tips and Tricks on How to Reach Out to Client
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Instagram and Social Media
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FP
Final project
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Lifestyle and Travel Photography
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FAQs
Yes, this course is designed for beginners and covers the basics of both analog and digital photography, including camera techniques, photo editing, and portfolio building.
You need a camera (digital or film), a computer for editing, and basic accessories like memory cards and an SSD for backups. No advanced gear is required.
You'll learn camera techniques, analog film development, photo storytelling, editing in Lightroom, creating mood boards, organizing shoots, and building a professional portfolio.
Yes, the course includes lessons on analog photography and guides you through developing film in a darkroom.
Yes, you'll learn photo editing workflows for both newspapers and online platforms like Instagram, including Lightroom techniques and portfolio presentation.
The course covers pre-production planning, location scouting, shooting techniques, and storytelling for travel and landscape photography.
No prior experience is necessary—this course is beginner-friendly and covers foundational skills.
Adobe Lightroom Classic
Muy buen curso! super completo!
Excelente muchas gracias por el curso
I found this course a bit technical for me and it really focused on preparation . I learn some things from it but there was a great deal that I found to cumbersome for me to do.Its great for someone who is starting but firs someone who has been around the block works from instinct, I found the course a bit too much
I really enjoyed this course, it help me prepare for a trip i have comming up in just a few days, it gave me exactly what i needed.
Amazing course, I really feel like this is the next step up after learning about camera essentials.